This set is my second set in 10 years. Over time, our pans started getting sings around the lip of our deep skillet, and scratches started to form. I made the decision to replace the set and stop using metal utensils. When it arrived, I washed it up and went to pack the old set up to give away. My wife said to not do that, and to keep using both sets. Except for the lack of space, we have been very pleased with this decision. I would definitely recommend this product to all my friends and family.